The Sinking of the Titanic (Monumental Milestones

Great Events of Modern Times) (Monumental Milestones

By Whiting, Jim

Publishers Summary:
The sinking of the ocean liner Titanic in 1912 was one of the most famous events of the twentieth century. The ship was the largest and most luxurious passenger liner of the age. While she was being built, Titanic was described as "practically unsinkable." Yet she went down on her maiden voyage after striking an iceberg. More than 1,500 passengers and crew members perished in the frigid waters of the North Atlantic. Nearly all died because the ship didn't carry enough lifeboats. Yet according to the shipping regulations at the time, Titanic actually carried more lifeboats than she was legally required to. Many people also believe that the ship was traveling too fast. Yet her captain wasn't doing anything different than nearly every other liner at that time. The sinking attracted worldwide media interest. This interest has never lessened. The loss of the Titanic is just as fascinating today as it was on the day it occurred.

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ISBN
978-1-58415-472-3
Publisher
Mitchell Lane Publishers


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Reviewed on November 1, 2006

Gr 6-9 "Watergate" traces the events that lead to Nixons impeachment and resignation beginning with the start of the Vietnam War. "Titanic" chronicles the ships fated voyage from design to destruction. While this topic is not new, Whiting offers a good introduction to the tragedy. He incorporates the ne...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

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